Spacious Family Home with Five Bedrooms in Child-Friendly Apeldoorn Neighborhood

This attractive mid-terraced house is situated on Ratelaar 89 in Apeldoorn, within the welcoming and family-oriented residential neighborhood of Zevenhuizen. The location offers excellent convenience with schools and the De Anklaar shopping center located in the immediate vicinity, making this property particularly suitable for families seeking a comfortable and practical living environment.

The property was constructed in 1973 and sits on a plot of 159 square meters. The total living space encompasses approximately 128 square meters, complemented by an external storage area of about 14 square meters provided by a freestanding brick shed located in the rear garden. The total cubic volume of the house measures 447 cubic meters.

The house has been well-maintained by the current owners and benefits from central heating and hot water supplied by means of a CV installation that was newly installed in 2025. The central heating system is an Intergas gas-fired combination boiler and is owned by the property. Additionally, the property is largely equipped with double glazing, contributing to improved energy efficiency and comfort throughout the year.

The accommodation is arranged over three floors, providing generous and versatile living space for a family.

On the ground floor, you enter the property through a welcoming entrance hall that provides access to all ground floor accommodations. There is a separate toilet located on this level for guest convenience. The highlight of the ground floor is the spacious L-shaped living room that offers ample space for both relaxation and dining areas. The living room flows nicely into a closed kitchen that is equipped with a practical kitchen configuration and provides space for a dining area if desired.

Moving to the first floor, this level comprises a workroom or study that could serve as a home office, a landing area, and three well-proportioned bedrooms. The bedrooms on this floor are of good size and can accommodate double beds and wardrobes comfortably. The bathroom on this floor is equipped with a shower enclosure, a second toilet, and a vanity unit with a washbasin, providing essential facilities for the household.

Stairs lead from the first floor landing to the second floor, where you will find a useful landing area that houses the Intergas central heating boiler installed in 2025. This space also accommodates connections for washing machines and provides additional storage options in the eaves. A fourth generously sized bedroom is located on this floor, making a total of five bedrooms throughout the property. This bedroom on the second floor is particularly spacious and could serve as a master bedroom or family room depending on the needs of the new owners.

The rear garden of the property measures approximately 54 square meters and is orientated to face west, ensuring good afternoon and evening sunlight for outdoor relaxation. The garden measures approximately 8.50 meters in depth and 6.40 meters in width. Access to the garden is available via a rear entrance, which is practical for bringing in bicycles or garden equipment. The freestanding brick storage shed is located within the garden and is equipped with electricity, providing useful additional storage for tools, garden furniture, or other belongings.

Regarding energy performance, the property has been assigned an energy label C. The property benefits from roof insulation and partial double glazing, which contribute to its energy rating. While the energy label indicates moderate energy efficiency, there may be opportunities to improve this further with additional insulation measures or upgrading the remaining single-glazed windows.

The property is equipped with several modern conveniences including a roof window, fiber optic internet connection, and cable television access. Parking in the vicinity is available on public roads.

There are several important conditions and considerations associated with this sale that prospective buyers should be aware of. The property is being sold by Woonmensen, a housing corporation, and they apply certain conditions to the sale. Most notably, there is a self-occupation requirement for the first two years following purchase, meaning the buyer must intend to occupy the property as their primary residence.

Due to the age of the property, dating from 1973, an age clause will be included in the purchase agreement. This clause acknowledges that the property is older than a specified age and that its condition may reflect this, absolving the seller from certain obligations regarding defects that may be discovered after purchase.

The transfer will be handled by Blankhart & Bronkhorst Netwerk Notarissen in Beekbergen, a project notary appointed by the seller. The transfer date is to be agreed upon between parties, with a preference for completion as soon as possible after the buyers' financing has been arranged, as the property is currently vacant.

The sale procedure includes specific allocation rules. Tenants of Apeldoorn housing associations receive priority in the allocation process. Among tenants of housing associations, those of Woonmensen take precedence, and among these, the tenant who can demonstrably prove they have lived in their current residence for the longest time has first choice. Other interested parties, including those purchasing with their own funds, will be considered based on their offers and conditions.

If multiple interested parties apply, there is a possibility that the seller may conduct a bidding procedure. In the case of equal bids, tenants of Woonmensen or other Apeldoorn housing associations will be given priority. The seller reserves the right to award the property to the party that submits the most favorable offer under the most advantageous conditions.

Prospective buyers are cordially invited to attend the open house scheduled for Wednesday, April 29, between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM. During this time, viewings are possible without prior appointment. Those who submit an interest form during the open house will be given priority in the allocation process. Those who express interest after the open house may still arrange a viewing but will be placed on a reserve list.

It is strongly recommended that prospective buyers engage their own NVM purchasing agent, who will represent their interests and can assist with the purchase process, potentially saving time, money, and providing valuable guidance throughout the transaction.

This property represents a solid opportunity for families seeking a spacious and well-located home in Apeldoorn, with generous room proportions, a practical layout, and the benefit of a west-facing garden. The recent installation of the central heating system provides peace of mind regarding one of the major maintenance items, and the property's location within a well-established residential area with good local amenities adds to its appeal.